Dr. Javier Placeres Dabán areas of expertise:

Professional statement

Dr. Pleasures is a renowned specialist in ophthalmology. With over 15 years experience in the profession and an extensive training centers of national and international prestige, he has managed to be an expert on ocular pathologies associated with diabetes (diabetic retinopathy), macular disease, and retinal detachment. Throughout his career he has served in various centers of Alicante and has also held various institutions Fellowship in France and Germany. Currently he holds as an ophthalmologist in the retina-vitreous unit and ocular diabetes Oftálica Eye Clinic.

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Credentials

GMC: 030309145

Professional experience

• More than 15 years of experience• Ophthalmologist in the Retinal-Vitreous and Ocular Diabetes Unit of Ophthalmic Clinical Ophthalmology (today) • Ophthalmologist in the Medical-Surgical Retina Unit of the Hospital of Torrevieja (today)• Medical specialist in Ophthalmology via MIR by the University Hospital San Juan de Alicante• Fellowship European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO), in Paris (2007)• Fellowship European Vitreoretinal School (EVRS), in Bremen, Germany (2008) ...

Sub-specialties

• Ocular Diabetes - Diabetic Retinopathy

Education

• Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from the University of the Basque Country (2000)• Medical specialist in Ophthalmology via MIR by the University Hospital San Juan de Alicante • Research proficiency by the Miguel Hernández University• Fellowship European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO), in Paris (2007)• Fellowship European Vitreoretinal School (EVRS), in Bremen, Germany (2008)• Training abroad, at the Sourdille Clinic, in Nantes, France• Training abroad, at Klinikum Frankfurt Höchst, Frankfurt, Germany ...

Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments

Diabetic retinopathy involves an ocular disorder caused by diabetes, which is caused by damage to blood vessels of the retina. This defect often
Diabetic retinopathy involves an ocular disorder caused by diabetes, which is caused by damage to blood vessels of the retina. This defect often causes leakage of fluid or blood in the eye, and if the disease progresses important visual disturbances such as blurred vision proliferation occur. The best way to prevent this disorder is to control diabetes (using insulin or other medications), a periodic eye exam (every one to two years), and exercising and maintaining a healthy diet to prevent the occurrence of the diabetes. When the disorder is in an advanced stage it should be treated by applying argon laser of existing lesions in order to prevent loss of vision.
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Refractive surgery is responsible for changing the anatomy of the eye to correct vision defects such as farsightedness, astigmatism or myopia. There Refractive surgery is responsible for changing the anatomy of the eye to correct vision defects such as farsightedness, astigmatism or myopia. There are several types of refractive procedures, most notably of laser surgery, an increasingly common and widespread thanks to the good results and has the proven technical safety of operation. Specifically, refractive laser surgery is to change the size of the cornea (responsible for our vision) through the application of the laser inside. For this it is necessary to lift a layer of corneal tissue, which will be relocated once the intervention and does not require points. ...

The macula is the part of the eye responsible for providing a clear view. As we grow faculties it loses its function, causing macular degeneration, a The macula is the part of the eye responsible for providing a clear view. As we grow faculties it loses its function, causing macular degeneration, also known as AMD. This is a fairly common ailment after 60 years and can occur at various levels, resulting imperceptible in some cases. Conversely, it can also develop much more virulent causing total and progressive loss of sight. Although there is still no definitive treatment to repair the effects of macular degeneration, it is important to make an early diagnosis to slow its progression. Also, it has been found that consumption of antioxidant vitamins and zinc can contribute to this. ...

Retinal detachment occurs when separating the outer membrane of the retina (called the retinal pigment epithelium) of the inner layer (sensory retina Retinal detachment occurs when separating the outer membrane of the retina (called the retinal pigment epithelium) of the inner layer (sensory retina). This detachment can be caused due to various reasons such as strong myopia or degenerative atrophic processes. Both conditions may be responsible for these layers are separated and that the fluid between the retina and transferred both to accumulate on the bottom. Consequently, in the detached retina segment blindness it occurs. Two of the most crucial signs that may alert the patient that has suffered a detached retina are viewing flashing lights and floaters. Treatment for most patients is surgery. ...

The vitreous humor is located between the inner surface of the retina and the posterior surface of the lens. It is a formed by 99%, water clear, gelatinous liquid. The remaining 1% are proteins, hyaluronic acid, collagen, chloride, sodium, glucose and potassium. Its function is to protect the retina making its surface remains uniform, getting a correct view. Sometimes this becomes opaque gelatinous mass making viewing difficult. When this happens it is necessary to resort to surgery of the vitreous, also known as vitrectomy. This involves removing the vitreous damaged, replacing it with a saline solution. It is a resource used only when vision has decreased considerably and prevents follow a normal rhythm of life for the patient. Besides, this procedure can cause some complications, such as infection, intraocular bleeding and retinal detachment.
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Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the conjunctiva (mucous membrane covering the eyeball) usually caused by a virus or bacteria, but may also be caused by an allergy, in which case it is called allergic conjunctivitis. Such as dust, mold, pollen or certain chemicals are the most common causes of this inflammation. In addition, conjunctivitis spreads contact items that have been manipulated by the patient who suffers (such as the towels). Its most common symptoms are: red eyes, increased sensitivity to light, tearing, itching, feeling that something is stuck inside, or gummy appearance. Makeup is advisable to stop for a few days, do not wear contact lenses, wipe his eyes with cold compresses to relieve discomfort and apply pharmacological treatment prescribed by the doctor. Treatment generally includes corticosteroids eye drops and drops, in the case of allergic conjunctivitis, and antibiotic in other cases.
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Vision problems encompass a host of pathologies. The most common are refractive comprising: the nearsightedness or myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism and presbyopia. Its causes may be genetically different, due to aging or other diseases such as macular degeneration caused by diabetes.
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